1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1566 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 133 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 133 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2893 mm |